Program Details

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Guest Room Intake — 1 to 2 Days

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Program admission is based on two factors: First, an initial face-to-face interview.  Second, if initially approved, you will be granted a “trial” residence in our Guest Room.  This trial period of 4-10 days, is for you to decide if you really want the program – and for us to see if you are serious about change.

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During this phase you will be asked to follow a few simple rules.  At the end of the Intake Phase, if mutually agreeable, you will be admitted to the formal program. Guest rooms available for immediate intake.

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Assessment Phase — Typically 4 Weeks

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During this phase you will attend scheduled classes, meetings with a Christian psychologist, chapels and other program activities.  In addition you will participate in life skills training and will undergo assessments assigned by your Case Manager. These are designed to help him prepare your “contract”. 

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Contract Setting

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Based on the results of the Assessment Phase, you will be asked to agree in writing to a contract that sets the goals for the remainder of your program.  This contract will be personalized to your needs and will address such things as spiritual needs, emotional needs and/or education and life-skill needs.

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Once you agree to the contract, completing the program is based on achieving your goals.  At this time, you will be advised as to the approximate length of your remaining program.  However, program length may be adjusted later as goals are or are not met.

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Also, should issues arise that were not evident at the end of your assessment phase, your contract may need to be revised.

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Healing Phase — Typically 2-4 Months

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The focus of this phase is to identify and address key areas of your life that need spiritual and/or emotional healing. This will be accomplished through regular meetings with a Biblical counselor along with any referral resources he recommends.

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During this time you will also continue in classes, chapels, life skills training, and other activities.  Once your case Coordinator determines that you have achieved your healing goals, you will be ready to enter the Equipping Phase.

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Equipping Phase — May Vary From 4-8 Weeks

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The focus of this phase is to equip you with the practical tools you need to succeed in life. You may be assigned, as appropriate, to any or all of the following: Literacy Training, GED Training, Life Skill Class(es) & Work Readiness Training.

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During this time you will continue to participate in chapels, life skills training and other activities.  You will also be asked to keep a “discipleship journal” and to meet regularly with your Case Manager.

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Finishing Phase — Length May Vary

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During this phase, the process of work search proceeds as this time of re-focusing keeps the momentum of change moving forward.  Part-time work is allowed in this phase.  When you have secured steady, full-time employment and/or school, have a safe place to live, and a home church, you will have completed your program.

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After Care Program

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A Christian recovery support group for our male residents and alumni meets the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Wednesdays of every month from 6:00 to 8:30pm at New Hope Center. A typical meeting consists of praise and worship, and a message. Dinner is available if you arrive by 5:15pm.

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Typical Schedule

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Monday – Friday

    6:30am  Breakfast

    7:00am  Room Chores

    8:00am  Devotions

    9:00am  Class

    10:30am  Work Study

    12:30pm  Lunch

    1:30pm  Class

    5:30pm  Supper

    7:00pm  Chapel    

    10:00pm  Vespers

    10:30pm  Doors Closed

    11:00pm  Lights Out​

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Saturday – Meals, Work Study as assigned, Group Sessions

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Sunday – Meals, Church, Work Study as assigned
 

Funding

 

Metro Hope is funded through GRH (Group Residential Housing) and private donations. Men on SSI/SSDI will be considered self-paying and arrangements will be made for a specific contribution amount. Unfortunately, Metro Hope cannot receive payment from insurance or Rule 25 at this time.